2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1993 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Presea weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Because 2004 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1993 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Ariel | Nissan |
| Model | Atom | Presea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
